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5 Recipes for Clearing out the Fridge

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It’s THAT time of the week. Your next Wonky order is still a few days away, and when you open the fridge you see a motley crew of mismatched veggies and a stack of leftovers that leave you feeling rather lackluster. 

Instead of feeling discouraged and calling for takeouts, let this be the time for your culinary creativity to shine! Your plate, the planet and your wallet will thank you. 

These 5 recipes are designed to be versatile and adaptable for whatever veggies you’ve got kicking around. Save these end-of-the-week, fridge friendly recipes for when takeaway temptations strike!

Recipe 1: Supergreen Pasta

This pasta recipe is a saviour when it comes to making the most of assorted leafy greens. Plus you feel super gourmet creating your own green noodles!

Bowl of green pasta

Recipe 2: 'Use it Up' Vegetable Enchiladas

Our go to odds and ends-chiladas - wink wink! Turn forgotten root veggies into a hearty and delicious, Mexican-inspired meal. Perfect for feeding the fam or making a batch to use for lunches throughout the week.

Baking dish of enchiladas topped with melted cheese and guacamole

Recipe 3: Veggie Loaded Pad Thai

Don't be shy to get creative with your veggies in this easy fake-aways style recipe. Cabbage, capsicum, spinach or even shredded Brussels sprouts would all make great additions. You can also substitute the tofu for other proteins like tempeh, chicken, beef or prawns.

Bowl of vibrant pad thai with tofu

Recipe 4: Leftover Roast Veggie Loaf

Got leftover roast vegetables kicking about from your last roast dinner? This soda bread recipe is your ticket to turning them into a hearty, flavorful loaf that will keep you fuelled all week long.

Loaf of veggie bread sliced on a wooden board

Recipe 5: Fill with Anything Empanadas

This recipe is for cheesy corn and broccoli empanadas, but we’ve included more than 5 other filling suggestions that taste just as delicious & are sure to help you use up common odds and ends. 

Leave us a comment with any of your other go-to fridge clear out recipes - let's keep eachother inspired!

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5 Recipes for Clearing out the Fridge

Staring at a fridge of leftovers and mismatched veg? Challenge accepted! Here's 5 versatile recipes to help you use it all up.
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